Are you feeling low on motivation these days? January often makes people feel tired and harried. Frustration begins to set in around the middle of the month, when people begin to realize that their goals may not be very compatible with how they're living. If you find yourself in this very position, here are some tips to help you get motivated again.

TALK TO YOURSELF IN THE MIRROR

What often seems the silliest thing to do is precisely what you need to do to give yourself that boost of motivation you need. Stand in front of a mirror and talk to yourself. Tell yourself what you like about you. Practice some positive affirmations. There's no better source of motivation, than from yourself.

MOTIVATE SOMEONE ELSE

Many times helping others will in turn help you. Notice people around you. See someone who seems lost? Give them some encouraging words of wisdom and help get them motivated again. When you do, you'll feel a great sense of pride and will be motivated as well.

COLLECT QUOTES

One of the best ways to give yourself a quick shot of motivation is to collect positive quotes that will inspire you. Buy a wire-bound index card notebook. Write down inspiring quotes as you find them in your notebook. Keep the note cards handy so when you're feeling down you can grab it and open it to find a quick dose of motivation.

Motivating yourself isn't difficult. It can be very simple, if you actively do it on a daily basis. Don't wait for someone else to come along and motivate you. Motivate yourself!

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